Papercrafternoon

A space to be with your people (and find them).

Papercrafternoons are gentle, come-as-you-are gatherings where writers and readers connect—not just with glue and scissors, but with each other.

Think of it like crafting with a writing group—but with no pressure to write.

Just a relaxed, friendly space where you can chat about books, share writing resources, talk shop (or not), and meet fellow creatives. All while making something beautiful (or at least creative) with your hands.

What to Expect

Each Papercrafternoon features a guided paper craft project that’s fun, beginner-friendly, and easy to finish in a couple of hours. We’ll provide the supplies (plus snacks, chocolate, and good vibes), and you’ll leave with something you made yourself—and maybe a new friend.

Papercrafternoons aren’t exactly classes with formal instruction, and they’re not solely social events. They’re that sweet spot in between, where your hands stay busy and your heart gets fed.

Got a craft project you want to do instead of what we’re offering? That’s totally fine. Bring your project in progress and craft away!

Anonymous Participant

Writing Into Yourself: A Seasonal Journaling Series

“It felt both warm (in spirit) and inviting.”

Anonymous

Write Your Way Forward

“The facilitator is very flexible and positive.”

Dirr B.

Ya-Po-Ah Terrace Wordcrafters Anywhere

“My favorite part of this workshop was listening to everyone; I thought the prompts were excellent. I think quick writing for x amount of time allowed me to have an opening hook.”

Kathy Thomas

Writing Your Way Through Grief

“The space is wonderful! Jeaux is an excellent instructor.”

Anonymous Participant

Writing Into Yourself: A Seasonal Journaling Series

“Lovely group. Great writing prompts.”

Melissa

Write Your Way Forward

“The space was comfortable and quiet. It created good energy to write with others.”

Liane

Write Your D*mn Book

“Jeaux and Daryll Lynne are dedicated writers and inspiring, compassionate instructors. Kudos to each of them for all their efforts to provide helpful classes and opportunities to support young and older writers.”

Anonymous Writer

Writing Into Yourself: A Seasonal Journaling Series

“This was delightful. I love the font you used for our name tags!”

Anonymous Participant

Ya-Po-Ah Terrace Wordcrafters Anywhere

“My favorite part of this workshop was the mental and physical benefits, and hearing what others wrote.”

Colleen L.

Ya-Po-Ah Terrace Wordcrafters Anywhere

“My favorite part was learning about the workshops to come, and people sharing their writing.”

Anonymous Writer

Writing Into Yourself: A Seasonal Journaling Series

“I really enjoyed the poem and the prompt. I felt the invitation to look at what is ripening. It really was inspiring.”

Christina Jones

Understanding and Working with Spiritual Symbols course

"This course was just what I needed. You make it all very accessible and fun. Thank you for your clear, open, engaging, and friendly style.

Agnieszka Weclawska

Open Your Intuitive Senses course

"Jeaux is an amazing teacher that makes the learning experience easy."

Jeffree Morel

Writing Your Way Through Grief

“It’s a great organization to connect with local writers, build community, and process the challenging emotions that arise related to writing.”

Melissa

Write Your Way Forward

“The check-ins and goal-setting were exactly what I needed.”

Anonymous Participant

Writing Into Yourself: A Seasonal Journaling Series

“Jeaux held safe and inclusive space for reflection, sharing, and listening.”

Ann G.

Ya-Po-Ah Terrace Wordcrafters Anywhere

“My favorite part was listening to other peoples’ writing. I also enjoyed learning from others.”

Eliza D.

Write Your Way Forward

“I enjoyed time with other writers and appreciated private convos with Jeaux.”

Jeany Snider

Writing Your Way Through Grief

“I’m grateful for this opportunity to be accountable to caring for myself and to acknowledge things that are often hidden in a “safe” or “brave” space.”

Wanda L.

Ya-Po-Ah Terrace Wordcrafters Anywhere

“My favorite part was listening to peoples’ honest sharings.”

Prem Terri D.

Ya-Po-Ah Terrace Wordcrafters Anywhere

“It was nice to write in a group together.”

Jessica

Planned Parenthood Wordcrafters Anywhere

“Something I’ll carry with me from today is a feeling of comfort.”

Anonymous Participant

Planned Parenthood Wordcrafters Anywhere

“Something I’ll carry with me from today is how expressive writing improves health. I love this. I do feel oddly unburdened. Maybe lighter, but also worn out.”

Debbie Pfeiffer

Writing Your Way Through Grief

“This was a powerful and useful class. I’d highly recommend it for anybody.”

Anonymous Participant

Planned Parenthood Wordcrafters Anywhere

“Something I’ll carry with me from today is awareness of the body and myself.”

Karen

Planned Parenthood Wordcrafters Anywhere

“Something I’ll carry with me from today is the knowledge of how much we all suffer the same doubts and troubles.”

Arthur

Planned Parenthood Wordcrafters Anywhere

“Something I’ll carry with me from today is what my fiancé wrote about wanting peace for her body.”

Prem Terri D.

Ya-Po-Ah Terrace Wordcrafters Anywhere

“I enjoyed people reading their stuff.”

Melissa M Flaherty

November 19, 2023.

"Jeaux is very positive and takes the time to explain everything as opposed to assuming we already know."

Wanda L.

Ya-Po-Ah Terrace Wordcrafters Anywhere

“I have used writing and journaling for so many parts of my life. I had not realized how helpful and important it has been.”

Suzanne O.

Ya-Po-Ah Terrace Wordcrafters Anywhere

“Great-A release and fun.”

Ellen Martinez

Open Your Intuitive Senses course

"Jeaux is genuine, interesting to watch, and clearly knows what they're talking about. I highly recommend this course if you want to learn about and develop your intuitive and psychic abilities."

Shaw

Writing Into Yourself: A Seasonal Journaling Series

“This class had very well-chosen prompts. Thank you!!”

Peggy P.

Planned Parenthood Wordcrafters Anywhere

“Something I’ll carry with me from today is the idea of consistent journaling.”

At Papercrafternoons, you’ll

Meet other writers and readers in a no-pressure, welcoming space
Learn a new paper craft (and a cool new skill!)
Share writing tips, book recs, and literary gossip
Leave with something beautiful you made yourself

Upcoming Papercrafternoons

August 15, 2025: Paper Flowers (learn how we make the ones from the Wordcrafters studio!)
November 14, 2025: Handmade Cards (just in time for holiday mail)
February 13, 2026: Folded Paper Woven Baskets (sweet for spring treats or clutter control)
May 8, 2026: One-Page Zines (tiny booklets for big ideas, poetry, comics, or doodles)

Craft your community

Whether you’re new in town or just ready to connect with other story-loving folks, Papercrafternoons offer a comfy, welcoming place to start. We can’t wait to see what you’ll create—with your hands, and with your community.

Join the fun

Spots are limited (because tables are only so big and we need elbow room for gluing), so snag your seat early.

November 14, 2025: Handmade Cards (just in time for holiday mail)

4-6 pm

In-person at the Wordcrafters studio

436 Charnelton St. Ste 100
Eugene, OR 97401

Cost

Wordcrafters members receive $10 off all ticket prices. (Make sure you login to your account when you register.)

Access: $19 – if you have limited access to funds

Sustainer: $29 – the actual cost of this program

Patron: $39 – if you have more access to wealth/resources and can support others who need to pay less

Choose the ticket price that best reflects your financial capacity. We trust you to discern your level of need or ability to help others with less access to wealth.

Learn more about our Pay From Your Heart Pricing.

Scholarship info: We want everyone to have access to our writing programs. If you need additional support, please complete our scholarship request form.

Wordcrafters members save 10% on this and other events and classes.

Click here to learn about becoming a Wordcrafter.

Get your member discount!

When you register, be sure to log in to your Wordcrafters account to get your member discount.

Not quite right for you?

If this Wordcrafters shenanigan seems appealing but doesn’t quite hit the right notes for you to register, will you tell us why? We made a short survey form thingy here.

Questions?

Email us at bewriting@wordcrafters.org

Refunds

We know life gets lifey sometimes. Here’s our refund policy.

HEALTH CONSIDERATIONS
Masks are optional. Please stay home if you’re unwell with any upper respiratory illness.

Your instructor

Jeaux Bartlett (they/them or xe/xem) is a writer and teacher living in Eugene, Oregon. Jeaux has published several books and online courses focused on personal growth, and their work has appeared in the Register Guard, Lane Monthly, Rochester insider, and Nature’s Wisdom, among other publications.

Jeaux is a certified Grief Recovery Method specialist, a National Spiritualist Teacher, and a Reiki Master Teacher. Jeaux enjoys writing about overcoming loss and adversity, and learning to trust yourself again.

Jeaux is currently working on Unintentional Community, their third autofiction novel. They’re a genre-bending writer whose work explores nature, healing, and the body, and they believe, deeply, in the power of story to transform and connect.

When they are not writing, Jeaux enjoys playing with natural dyes, knitting, and building a writing camp in the woods.

A space to be with your people (and find them).

What to Expect

At Papercrafternoons, you’ll

Upcoming Papercrafternoons

Craft your community

Join the fun

Wordcrafters members save 10% on this and other events and classes.

Get your member discount!

Not quite right for you?

Questions?

Refunds

Your instructor

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